Masala Indian Cuisine Menu (Update 2025)

Welcome to Masala Indian Cuisine, a gem in McLean, VA, offering a delightful fusion of Himalayan and Indian flavors. Their menu boasts an impressive array of dishes, catering to both meat lovers and vegans alike. Begin your culinary journey with the Chicken Momo, described by patrons as juicy and packed with flavor, or choose the iconic Vegetable Samosa, a crispy delight filled with spicy potatoes and peas.

  • Hearty choices like Butter Chicken or the new Chicken Choila immerse diners in rich, authentic flavors.
  • Don’t miss the exquisite Aloo Tama, featuring bamboo shoots and potatoes for a unique twist.
  • Complement your meal with expertly crafted drinks, including the light and refreshing Mango Lassi.

With its classy-casual setting and attentive service, Masala Indian Cuisine promises an unforgettable dining experience, perfect for families or a night out with friends.

Beers and Wines (Must be 21 to Purchase)

Mango Lassi

$5.00

Sweet Lassi

$3.00

Soda

$3.00

Lemonade

$2.00

Ginger Ale

$2.00

Honey Water

$2.00

Ice Tea

$3.00

Fried Shrimp

Shrimp marinated in rice flour batter and fenugreek seed

$11.95

Chicken 65

Boneless chicken | ginger | red chili | yogurt | mustard seeds | vinegar.

$10.95

Chicken Sekuwa

Chicken roasted in a natural wood fire in a real traditional Nepalese country style.

$10.95

Chilli Chicken

Sauteed batter fried chicken with green chili, bell pepper, onions and cooked in garlic chili sauce.

$10.95

Chicken Momo

Steamed dumpling made with minced chicken, onion, garlic, ginger and spiced mix. Served with tomato achar (Nepalese tomato based sauce).

$9.95

Chicken Choila

(NEW ITEM) Grilled marinated chicken, Nepalese spices, mustard oil, ginger, garlic, and onions.

$11.00

Chicken Wings

Traditional chicken wings served with buffalo sauce

$10.95

Chicken Lollipop

(NEW ITEM) Crispy chicken drumettes marinated and batter-fried.

$12.00

House Beverages

Non-Vegetarian Appetizers

Vegetable Samosa

Crispy turnover patties stuffed with spicy potatoes and peas. Vegan.

$6.95

Vegetable Pakora

Mix vegetable fritters banded with chickpeas flour.

$6.95

Aloo Tikki

(New ITEM) Crispy potato patties stuffed with spiced lentils.

$7.00

Gobhi Manchurian

Fried cauliflower florets cooked with green onions, soy, garlic and chili. Vegan.

$10.95

Samosa Chat

Samosa served with chickpeas, toppings-yogurt, mint, and tamarind sauce.

$10.95

Vegetable Momo

Steamed dumplings from Nepal, made with minced vegetable, onion, garlic, and spices. Served with a tomato achar.

$9.95

Spinach Chaat

Crisp fried spinach and chickpeas batter with mint chutney, tamarind chutney, onions, yogurt, and spice mixes.

$9.95

Paneer Chili

(NEW ITEM) Homemade Cottage cheese sauteed with bell peppers, onions, and garlic chili sauce.

$11.00

Dum Aloo

(NEW ITEM) Stir-fried potatoes with chef's special Himalayan species.

$9.00

Tamato Soup

$5.95

Sweetcorn Soup

A soup made with tender corn kernels, and spices.

$5.95

Vegetarian Appetizers

Soup

House Salad

Green lettuce, cucumber, carrot, cherry tomato, and feta cheese.

$9.00

Mango Avocado Salad

Mango and avocado with mixed greens and sweet chili sauce.

$10.00

Chicken Tikka Salad

Iceberg lettuce, seasonal greens, cherry tomato, cucumber.

$10.00

Jhol Chicken Momo

Served with a soupy sauce

$13.95

Jhol Vegetable Momo

Served with a soupy sauce.

$13.95

Steamed Chicken Mo-mo

$11.95

Steamed Vegetable Mo-mo

$11.95

Chili Chicken Momo

Served with chili and peppers.

$13.95

Chili Vegetable Momo

Served with chili and peppers.

$13.95

Salads

Momo (Chicken or Vegetable)

Paneer Tikka - Tandoori

Cottage cheese and fennel seed marinated in masala and tangy sauce.

$21.95

Tandoori Chicken

Chicken with bones marinated in hung yogurt, spices and lemon juice.

$21.95

Tulsi Chicken Tikka

Boneless chicken breast marinated in cream cheese and fresh basil.

$21.95

Lamb Chops - Tandoori

Lamb chops marinated in yogurt, ginger, garlic and flavored with mint.

$29.95

Tandoori Mix Grill

An assorted grill of chicken, lamb and shrimp.

$24.95

Tandoori Salmon

Oven baked king salmon chunks marinated in sour cream, herbs and masala.

$24.95

Tandoori Shrimp

Broiled tiger shrimp marinated in roasted garlic and chili paste.

$22.95

Assorted Seafood Grill

A mix of tandoori salmon and shrimp.

$27.00

Seekh kabab

Minced lamb blended with onions, whole spices, and herbs.

$21.95

Kesari Chicken Tikka

(NEW ITEM) Chicken thigh marinated in mustard oil and spices.

$21.00

Chicken Vindaloo

Highly seasoned boneless chicken dish made with potato, spicy tangy sauce, and spices.

$19.95

Chicken Tikka Masala

White meat chicken tikka cooked in mild creamy sauce.

$19.95

Kadai Chicken

Boneless chicken cooked with bell pepper and onion.

$19.95

Chicken Korma

Keshar flavored chicken cooked in almond and onion sauce.

$19.95

Mango Chicken

Chicken thigh cooked with mango-based sauce.

$19.95

Chicken Curry

Boneless chicken cooked in spices, onion and tomato masala.

$19.95

Chicken Saag

Chicken thigh and spinach cooked together with onion, garlic, and spices.

$19.95

Butter Chicken

Chicken cooked in creamy rich sauce made with onion, tomatoes, and butter.

$19.95

Punjab Chicken

(NEW ITEM) Chicken thigh meat cooked in yogurt-based sauce.

$20.00

Tandoori Sizzlers

Chicken Temptations

Kashmiri Rogan Josh

Spiced lamb curry from valley of Kashmir cooked in yogurt sauce.

$20.95

Lamb Madras

Lamb cooked in curry leaves, coconut milk and coconut powder.

$20.95

Lamb Curry

Succulent lamb cooked in our house blend spices.

$20.95

Lamb Korma

Tender chunks of lamb cooked in cardamons and cashew nuts in a smooth white rich gravy

$20.95

Goat Curry

Bone-In goat cooked in curry sauce.

$25.00

Lamb Vindaloo

Highly seasoned lamb dish made with potato, spicy tangy sauce and spices.

$20.95

Lamb Saag

Boneless lamb and spinach cooked together with onion, garlic, and spices.

$20.95

Lamb Tikka Masala

Lamb cooked with creamy tomato sauce.

$20.95

Lamb Bhuna

(NEW ITEM) Lamb cooked with peppers and onions.

$21.00

Coconut Fish Curry

Fish curry made with coconut, curry leaves, and mustard seed

$21.95

Fish Vindaloo

Highly seasoned fish dish made with potatoes, spicy tangy sauce and spices.

$21.95

Sea-Food Curry

Shrimp and salmon fish stewed in tomato and garam masala.

$23.95

Mirchi Scallops

Scallops cooked in ginger, green chili, red chili and peppercorn masala.

$21.00

Salmon Tikka Masala

Salmon cooked in a creamy tomato sauce.

$21.95

Shrimp Balchao

Sweet and sour shrimp cooked with masalas and served with lemon tomato sauce.

$21.95

Shrimp Dopiaza

Shrimp with onions, tomato, green chili, corriander leaves and ginger garlic paste.

$21.95

Lamb Delicacies

Seafood Baits

Dal Makhani

Overnight soaked slow cooked black lentils spices, butter, tomato and cream.

$17.95

Gobi Mutter

Gobi (cauliflower) and green peas cooked with ginger flavor. Vegan.

$17.95

Kadhai Paneer

Cottage cheese with bell pepper and onion.

$17.95

Palak Paneer

Cottage cheese and spinach with roasted garlic.

$17.95

Mutter Panner

Panner and green peas cooked together with onion sauce.

$17.95

Malai Kofta

Paneer, cashew, potato and quinoa dumplings in rich milk solids sauce.

$17.95

Sahi Panner Korma

Homemade cottage cheese cooked in creamy almond and cashew sauce.

$17.95

Baingan Bharta

Mashed and baked eggplant cooked with green peas, onion, tomato and spices.

$17.95

Vegetable Korma

Mixed vegetable cooked in creamy cashew sauce.

$17.95

Bhindi Amchuri

Fresh okra saute with onion, tomato and cilantro. Vegan.

$17.95

Chana Masala

Garbanzo beans cooked with tangy spices. Vegan.

$17.95

Panner Tikka Masala

Cubes of fresh homemade cheese stewed in a creamy tomato gravy.

$17.95

Aloo Saag

Fresh potatoes cooked with spinach and spices.

$17.95

Aloo Tama

(NEW ITEM) Fermented black-eyed peas, bamboo shoots, potatoes, ginger, and tomatoes.

$18.00

Chicken Biryani

Saffron flavored basmati rice with fried onion, mint and spices.

$19.95

Lamb Biryani

Saffron flavored basmati rice with fried onion, mint and spices.

$20.95

Vegetable Biryani

Saffron flavored basmati rice with fried onion, mint and spices.

$18.95

Goat Briyani

Saffron flavored basmati rice with fried onion, mint and spices.

$22.00

Shrimp Briyani

Saffron flavored basmati rice with fried onion, mint and spices.

$20.95

Vegetable Entree

Biryani

Naan

A flat leavened bread.

$3.95

Basil Garlic Naan

$4.95

Goat Cheese Naan

$4.95

Peshawari Naan

Naan stuffed with dry cherry and coconut.

$4.95

Roti

Vegan.

$3.95

Keema Naan

(NEW ITEM) Naan stuffed with a minced lamb.

$5.00

Onion Kulcha

$4.95

Aloo Naan

$4.95

Assorted Bread

Naan, roti and basil garlic naan.

$10.95

Raita

$4.95

Papadum

$5.00

Mango Chutney

$4.95

Indian Salad

Raw Onion, lemon, Chili

$4.95

Mixed Pickle

$4.95

Extra White Rice (16oz)

Basmati Rice

$4.95

Masala Sauce

$9.95

Extra Mint Sauce (8 oz)

Made with mint, cilantro, and homemade yogurt

$4.95

Extra Tamarind Sauce ( 8 oz )

$4.95

Daal Makhani (SIDE)

Slow-cooked black lentils (soaked overnight) with spices, butter, tomato, and cream.

$10.00

Baingan Bharta (SIDE)

Mashed and Baked eggplant cooked with green peas, onion, tomato, and spices

$10.00

Chana Masala (SIDE)

Garbanzo beans cooked with tangy spices.

$10.00

Clay Oven Baked Bread

Sides

Kid's Chicken Fingers

Breaded and fried chicken marinated with kid friendly Indian masala.

$9.95

Kid's Vegetable Fried Rice

Basmati rice cooked in garlic flavor and sauteed vegetables.

$8.00

Fries

$5.95

Junior Chicken Tikka Masala

$9.95

Gulab Jamun

Solid milk dumpling in cardamom syrup.

$5.95

Rasmalai

Patties made with cheese and milk and dipped in reduced keshar milk.

$5.95

Kheer (Rice Pudding)

Made from rice, milk, sugar, cream and cardamom.

$5.00

Kala Kand

Sweet milk cake made out of solidified, sweetened milk and panner.

$5.95

Rasgulla

Ball-shaped dumplings of chenna dough cooked in sugar syrup.

$6.00

Kids Menu